Malik Johnson wins state championship at IHSA track and field finals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 3:09 AM
Last updated May 31, 2026
Malik Johnson, a senior from Peoria High School, captured a state championship during the IHSA track and field finals. Previously an aspiring basketball player, he switched back to track after encouragement from his mother. Johnson's achievement reflects a broader trend of local athletes succeeding at the state level. The finals showcased numerous performances by athletes from the Peoria area, contributing to a strong local presence in the competition.
- •Malik Johnson is a senior at Peoria High School.
- •He switched from basketball to track and field.
- •Johnson won a state championship at the IHSA finals.
- •The Peoria area had several winners at the event.
- •The finals featured many local athletes' performances.
- 3:09 AMYahoo Sports — Peoria senior among wave of local winners at IHSA track and field finals
"At one point in his athletic career, Peoria High's Malik Johnson played basketball. But his mom told him to switch back to track and field. Now he's a state champion.
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